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During the tumultuous 1960s, French anthropologist Claude Lévi-Strauss was a rising superstar in the Western intellectual firmament. What made his name and achievements shine bright?
Raphael’s School of Athens is a Renaissance masterpiece that blends philosophy and art. Identify the figures, from Aristotle to Zoroaster, and learn their meaning.
Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera is among the most celebrated and enigmatic allegorical paintings of the Renaissance.
In a world dominated by the visual over the linguistic, semiotics and the study of how society constructs and interprets images are of great importance.
A royal obsession with Chinoiserie in the 17th and 18th centuries saw many exquisite Chinese-style houses erected on European soil. What was this craze about?
Inuit art offers us a glimpse into Inuit culture and society.
Chicano art grew up with the Chicano Movement of the 1970s. Here are seven exemplary pieces that showcase the artists’ wide array of styles, themes, and mediums.
Winslow Homer’s paintings reflect the changing lifestyles of 19th-century America. His portrayals of rural and coastal life have become representative of America’s values and culture.
